I Will Follow Thee, My Savior: Hymn Bible Study
Show notes
This hymn's chorus is taken from words spoken by a man who broke his promise to Christ that same night. This episode is a hymn Bible study on the scripture behind the hymn "I Will Follow Thee, My Savior" — and the apostle Peter's story.
The hymn's refrain, "though all men should forsake Thee, by Thy grace I'll follow Thee," is drawn from Peter's bold declaration in Matthew 26:31-35, made hours before he denied even knowing Jesus (Luke 22:60-62). We also connect this hymn to Revelation 14:4's description of a people who "follow the Lamb whithersoever He goeth," and to Christ's own prophecy about how Peter's life would end in John 21. The core insight: this hymn isn't about self-confidence — it's about grace strong enough to carry us through failure and out the other side.
In this episode, you will hear:
- How this hymn's chorus is taken directly from Peter's words in Matthew 26
- The story of Peter's denial and repentance in Luke 22:60-62
- Why Revelation 14:4 describes a people who "follow the Lamb" no matter the cost
- How Christ's call to Peter in John 21 still applies to believers today
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